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1971-S Silver, Ty.1 Reverse One Dollar PR DCAM FS-901 Values
Details
Extremely rare. This variety has a Type 1 reverse with a misshapen Earth, raised islands off the tip of Florida, and jagged crater lines. On very few Proofs (silver) of 1971-S, the Type 1 reverse artwork intended for the 40% silver Uncirculated coinage was used. Notably, the islands are raised and well formed, not incuse as on the intended Type 2 reverse.
This coin is made of 40% silver; 60% copper and has a current melt value of $23.88
Obverse: Bold portrait of Dwight D. Eisenhower, facing left, with the motto IN GOD WE TRUST in front of the President's neck. The word LIBERTY is centered on the top periphery and the date at the bottom. Mint mark, if any, is positioned just below the bust.
Reverse: A flying eagle, clutching olive branches, appears to be landing on the cratered moon, with the earth seen in the background. 13 stars surround the design with the words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and ONE DOLLAR framing the periphery.
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mintage:
<10 Known
Coinage Type:
Eisenhower dollar
Coinage Years:
1971-1978
Composition:
40% silver; 60% copper
Mint Mark:
S
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Silver, Ty.1 Reverse
Variety 2:
FS-901
Rarity:
R-7
Physical Characteristics
Fineness:
0.4
Weight:
24.59 gr
Weight:
0.8674 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.3161 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
38.1 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
Frank Gasparo
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, 1972
Obverse Designer:
Frank Gasparo
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, ONE DOLLAR
Reverse Designer:
Frank Gasparo
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